Denim
May 19, 2022

The Non–Skinny Jean Trend the Chicest People Will Wear in the 2020s

by Bobby Schuessler

While skinny jeans will never actually be out of style, there is a range of fresh, non-skinny silhouettes that continue to rise in popularity. Yep, we’re talking about styles like flared denim but also a recent favorite in the fashion-and-celeb world: full-length denim. This cut has a straight fit, typically comes in a lighter wash, and bunches just slightly on top of the shoes. You may remember Hailey Bieber’s ensemble featuring the Khaite full-length jeans.

Sure, this silhouette is a far cry from the cropped skinny and straight-leg jeans that we’ve been wearing over the last few seasons, but this is one denim style that will add a fashion-forward spin to any outfit in the 2020s. We bet the chicest people out there will give these jeans a whirl with pointed ankle boots now or low-heel strappy sandals when the temperatures start to warm up. To highlight this must-try denim trend further, we rounded up how fashion people are wearing full-length jeans now and how they turned up on the runways. Keep scrolling for more and to shop a few pairs as well.

On the street:

Stylish Hailey Bieber outfit with straight-leg jeans

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Style Tip: Tucking a cardigan into full-length jeans like Hailey Bieber did feels so right-now.

How to wear denim on denim with a white t-shirt

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Style Tip: Embrace the modern yet classic vibe with denim on denim and a white cropped tee.

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Style Tip: A pair of pointed stilettos feels unexpected with light-wash jeans, a graphic tee, and a moto jacket.

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Style Tip: Chunky black boots bring a cool spin to Katie Holmes’s denim-and-overcoat outfit here.

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Style Tip: Bring instant polish to light-wash jeans with an elegant blazer and sleek turtleneck.

2020 Denim Trend with Straight-Leg Jeans

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Style Tip: Try strappy sandals with full-length jeans mixed with a cropped jacket and a blouse come spring.

Sophisticated Denim Outfit with Straight-Leg Jeans

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Style Tip: While this denim look would work for your off-duty life, it could also fit into your casual 9-to-5 life with a sophisticated jacket and white booties.